Canterbury Mornings

Chris Lynch was joined by Selwyn MP Amy Adams and Christchurch East MP Poto Williams to discuss the response to the Christchurch terrorist attack and the subsequent cancellation of some ANZAC day services and the new gun control legislation.  

Simon Bridges is urging Police not to overstate the terror threat.Auckland's Anzac Day events have been reduced from 84 to 26, after security concerns after the Christchurch mosque attacks.Queenstown RSA has also cancelled its annual Anzac Day march.Bridges told Chris Lynch authorities are in danger of being overly cautious.'"It's part of our heritage, so to see fewer events and a discouragement from attending, I reject that."The National leader says Police need to take a balanced approach."I do urge them, and the Government, to do more to try and ensure we can be back to normality as soon as possible on these things." 

Israel Folau is no longer a hero for one sporting LGBTI+ organisationChristchurch Heroes is responding to comments made by the Warratahs player on social media, suggesting Hell beckons for homosexuals and others.Co-Chair Rāwā Karetai told Chris Lynch, Folau is no longer a valued member of the rugby community and should be sacked.Christchurch Heroes Rugby Union Team was set up last year to provide LGBTI+ people a safe place to play sport in Canterbury.

Award-winning singer-songwriter and guitarist from Lyttelton, Marlon Williams, is one of many Kiwi artists who have put their hands up to perform at the You Are Us/Aroha Nui concert.Marlon also performed at the National Remembrance Service and told Chris Lynch it was one of the most moving and touching things he has ever been part of.The Christchurch concert is being held on Wednesday the 17th of April and will raise money for the Our People, Our City Fund which was set up to support the families and Muslim communities impacted by the tragic events of March 15th.

White Ribbon Ambassador Umar Kuddus, who spent a week volunteering at the Christchurch support centre for victim's families after the terror attacks, spoke to Chris Lynch about his thoughts on a possible name change for the Crusaders.He says "it doesn't really matter to be honest, we all love rugby". The solicitor says he and his Muslim friends have discussed the issue, and says it's good they're taking a preemptive step to ensure they don't cause offensive, but he's personally not offended. 

Do Kiwis want an earthquake early warning system?Chris Lynch spoke to Dr Julia Becker of Massey University, lead researcher of a new study looking into whether New Zealanders would want an earthquake early warning system that would give them a few seconds warning before the shaking starts in their location.The study will survey people and ask their views on early warning systems. If you'd like to participate you can do so here https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/EEWNZ

Christchurch Mayor Lianne Dalziel says Facebook's response to the Christchurch mosque shootings is too little too late.The social media giant told the Weekend Herald it's "looking into" how it can stop the spread of violent video and images.Creator Mark Zuckerberg has called for global rules for the internet, saying Governments and regulators need to take an active role.Mayor Lianne Dalziel spoke to Chris Lynch and asked how Facebook can use an algorithm to sell her products, yet can't take down the gunman's live stream.She says it tells us a lot about whether these large corporations actually are capable of acting in the public interest ahead of their own private interest and profit. 

Victim Support Chief Executive Kevin Tso spoke to Chris Lynch about the massive amount of donations they have received for the victims of Friday's terror attack.Kevin says they have been overwhelmed by the ongoing generosity of New Zealanders and the world and thank everyone who has given so far.If you would like to donate you can do so here: https://givealittle.co.nz/cause/christchurch-shooting-victims-fund

Christchurch City Councillor for the Linwood Ward Yani Johanson spoke to Chris Lynch about the incredible outpouring of love and support from the Linwood community follow the devastating terrorist attack on Friday. 

The world of James Bond comes to life in a thrilling symphonic event this Saturday night. Celebrating over 50 years of 007 at the spectacular, newly opened Christchurch Town Hall, following its restoration.Chris Lynch spoke to conductor and host for the evening Tim Beveridge about what audiences can expect.

Chris Lynch caught up with Christchurch Mayor Lianne Dalziel to discuss Port Hills MP Ruth Dyson's decision not to seek re-election as the Labour candidate for Port Hills in the 2020 election and high density housing developments in the city.

Chris Lynch caught up with National Party Leader Simon Bridges about Capital Gains Tax, his thoughts on the End of Life Choice Bill and the issue of water in Christchurch.

A former Prime Minister is campaigning against the End of Life Choice Bill, saying it is dangerous and is parliament-sanctioned killing.Sir Bill English was at a meeting that was held in Rangiora last night, one of many held to discuss David Seymour's Member's Bill.It proposes people with terminal illness be able to request assisted dying.Sir Bill told Chris Lynch that he has become more convinced about how dangerous the bill is."You have this discussion about the compassion of how to support people when they are dying, but Parliament and the MPs of Christchurch now have to write a set of rules to do something that they have not done before, which is to give permission to a small group of doctors to be able to kill people who have asked to be killed."He says when the rules are full of hazards. Sir Bill believes it could make New Zealand a dangerous place to be old and confused, disabled, or young and suicidal."How do we tell young people not to consider suicide as a solution to their depression on the one han

Chris Lynch caught up with the incredible Leo Sayer ahead of his performance at Selwyn Sounds 2019. 

The Ministry of Health admits they haven't made any decisions on a site for a hospital carpark at Christchurch Hospital. In a statement sent to Newstalk ZB, Ministry of Health Programme Director, Tony Lloyd says no decision has yet been made on the site for the car park. A new traffic study, which will take into account other developments in the area, will give a clearer picture of likely demand. This is expected to be completed in the next couple of months. He says we expect to know by mid-2019 whether the 2020 timeframe is achievable. We accept it is a big ask to have planning, scoping, approval, tender and build done by then, but we are still aiming to do so. Canterbury Mornings host Chris Lynch says the fact they haven't even decided where the hospital carpark would be is disgusting and conducting another traffic study is laughable. Listen to Chris's full comment above.

The eighth anniversary of the 22nd of February Canterbury earthquake will see a new adaptation of Kathleen Gallagher’s novel “Earthquakes and Butterflies” take the stage in the Christchurch Transitional Cathedral, presented by Imagine Theatre.Chris Lynch was joined in studio by Tania Gilchrist, a member of the cast of Earthquakes and Butterflies, to discuss the two performances commemorating the event which changed lives and the city forever. 

Chris Lynch caught up with Christchurch Mayor Lianne Dalziel discussing the hospital carpark, Regenerate Christchurch, the opening of the town hall and the anniversary of the 2011 February 22nd earthquake.  

Chris Lynch and Mike Yardley discuss the week that was.This week covering Environment Canterbury rates rises, Regenerate - should it stay or should it go and the recent political poll.

A witness to a hit-and-run in Christchurch says the driver yelled at the victim before driving away. Trina Watkin, who worked with the victim, told Chris Lynch the man was hit so hard he flew over the car's bonnet."One of our barbers was walking across Clarence Street and a car sped up onto the median strip...and he was hit with such force he went over the bonnet and flipped in the air.""The lady, who was trying to catch the green light and ended up running a red one, she yelled at him after she hit him and then drove away.""It wasn't a slow accident. She drove onto the median strip to fly down and get into the turning lane," she said."She was driving really quite fast when she hit him and for him to go over the bonnet and flip in the air, like all the witnesses described, she had to be going pretty fast."Watkin said she took her co-worker straight to the hospital, where he was treated for his injuries."He came into the shop with one of the tradies who was working on the site next to the barbershop. He [the t